Remote Addiction Support Counselor - Virtual Therapy

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 240.000 - 420.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Fully remote work environment

Flexible schedule

Professional development opportunities

State-of-the-art tele-health tools

Supportive virtual team

Zusammenfassung

Placements24 is seeking a remote Addiction Support Counselor to deliver virtual therapy and counseling across South Africa. The role encompasses individual counseling, group sessions, and personalized treatment planning using tele-health platforms.

Ideal candidates hold a Master’s in a relevant field, are professionally registered, and possess at least five years of addiction counseling experience with tele-health delivery.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in psychology, social work, counseling, or a related field.
• Registration with SA boards (e.g., HPCSA, SACSSP) is required.
• Minimum 5 years of clinical addiction counseling experience.
• Experience delivering therapy via tele-health platforms.
• Strong knowledge of addiction disorders and treatment modalities.

Aufgaben

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' addiction-related issues and co-occurring mental health conditions.
• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
• Provide individual counseling sessions via secure video conferencing.
• Facilitate virtual support groups and psychoeducational sessions.
• Utilize evidence-based approaches (CBT, DBT, MI).
• Monitor progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.
• Maintain confidential client records in compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Educate clients and families about addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention.
• Stay current with advancements in addiction treatment and tele-health.

Kenntnisse

Empathy

Counseling skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Autonomous work

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Psychology/Social Work/Counseling

Tools

Tele-health platforms

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Jobbeschreibung

About the Role

Our client is at the forefront of providing accessible and innovative mental health and addiction support services. We are seeking a highly qualified and empathetic Remote Addiction Support Counselor to deliver virtual therapy and counseling. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to leverage your expertise to help individuals overcome addiction from the comfort of your own home. You will provide one-on-one counseling, group therapy sessions, and develop personalized treatment plans utilizing various therapeutic modalities. The ideal candidate will have a strong clinical background in addiction counseling, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in utilizing tele-health platforms. This role demands a deep understanding of addiction recovery processes, co-occurring disorders, and evidence-based treatment approaches. You will be part of a dedicated, remote team committed to supporting clients across South Africa, removing geographical barriers to care. If you are passionate about helping individuals achieve and maintain sobriety through flexible, technology-driven solutions, this opportunity is for you. Join us in making a significant difference in addiction recovery.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' addiction-related issues and co-occurring mental health conditions.


• Develop and implement individualized treatment plans tailored to client needs.


• Provide individual counseling sessions via secure video conferencing.


• Facilitate virtual support groups and psychoeducational sessions.


• Utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches (e.g., CBT, DBT, MI) in counseling.


• Monitor client progress and adjust treatment plans accordingly.


• Provide crisis intervention and support as needed.


• Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with regulations.


• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals and treatment providers as necessary.


• Educate clients and their families about addiction, recovery, and relapse prevention.


• Stay current with advancements in addiction treatment and tele-health practices.


• Ensure ethical and professional conduct in all client interactions.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related field.


• Professional registration as a Social Worker, Psychologist, or Counselor with a relevant South African board (e.g., HPCSA, SACSSP).


• Minimum of 5 years of clinical experience specializing in addiction counseling.


• Proven experience in delivering therapy and counseling via tele-health platforms.


• In-depth knowledge of addiction disorders, treatment modalities, and recovery principles.


• Excellent verbal, written, and virtual communication skills.


• Proficiency with tele-health software and electronic health records (EHR) systems.


• Ability to work autonomously in a remote setting.


• Strong ethical framework and commitment to client confidentiality.


• Empathy, patience, and a non-judgmental approach.


• Valid registration with relevant professional bodies.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.


• Fully remote work environment offering maximum flexibility and work-life balance.


• Opportunity to work with a leading provider of virtual addiction support.


• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.


• Supportive and collaborative virtual team culture.


• Contribute to a critical area of mental health and well-being.


• Access to state-of-the-art tele-health technology.